ALESTORM - Captain Morgan's Revenge · CD

Jewelcase CD.

Background information über 'Captain Morgan's Revenge'

When Alestorm burst onto the scene with "Captain Morgan's Revenge", they didn't just create an album – they launched a full-scale assault on the high seas of heavy metal. This debut masterpiece combines thunderous power metal riffs with authentic pirate folklore, creating something genuinely unique in the metal landscape. From the opening salvos of "Over the Seas" to the rousing finale of "Flower of Scotland", every track feels like a swashbuckling adventure waiting to unfold. The Scottish band's ability to balance genuine musical prowess with their theatrical pirate persona is nothing short of remarkable.

The album's crown jewel, the title track "Captain Morgan's Revenge", showcases Christopher Bowes' masterful keyboard work alongside crushing guitar harmonies that would make any metalhead raise their tankard in salute. Songs like "Nancy the Tavern Wench" and "Wenches & Mead" prove that pirate metal isn't just a gimmick – it's a legitimate subgenre with serious musical chops behind the rum-soaked revelry. The production captures both the raw energy of their live performances and the intricate arrangements that make each song a mini-epic of maritime mayhem.

For fans of:
Running Wild, Korpiklaani, Finntroll, and Sabaton

Track listing

1. Over the Seas
2. Captain Morgan`s Revenge
3. The Huntmaster
4. Nancy the Tavern Wench
5. Death Before the Mast
6. Terror of the High Seas
7. Set Sail and Conquer
8. Of Treasure
9. Wenches & Mead
10. Flower of Scotland

Manufacturer: Napalm Records Handels GmbH, Hammerplatz 2, 8790 Eisenerz, Austria , Contact: napalmrecords.com